2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Tribute | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
